- If you experience any pain or discomfort you may take Tylenol or other Acetaminophen-containing products as directed.
- Continue to avoid aspirin, Ibuprofen, NSAid, Ponstan and other anti-inflammatory medications for 3 days after your procedure (if possible try for 7 days).
- Avoid vigorous exercise, sun and heat exposure for at least 48 hours after your treatment.
- Do not wet your hair for at least 3 hours after your treatment.
- Do not use any hair products for at least 6 hours after your treatment.
- Be sure to take a hot shower and wash your hair that evening, after the treatment, to promote the effects of PRP.
- Avoid saunas, steam rooms, swimming for 2 days after your treatment.
- Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and smoking for 3 days after treatment. Smokers do not heal well and problems recur earlier and results may take longer.
- Some patients may experience forehead swelling which is pretty common and goes away after 48 hours.
- Avoid resuming Minoxidil (Formula 82M, Rogaine®), hair coloring, and straightening for 3 days.
- Continue increased water intake the first week after your treatment.
- Do not use blood thinning agents such as vitamin E, vitamin A, Garlic, Flax, Cod Liver Oil, Essential Fatty Acids and least one week after your treatment.